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Australian MuseumvsPowerhouse Museum
Both Australian Museum and Powerhouse Museum are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Australian Museum scores slightly higher than Powerhouse Museum. Australian Museum comes in at 88 with recommendations from 8 reviews like Travel + Leisure, Frommer's and Time Out.
Australian Museum
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6 College St, Sydney, New South Wales 2010
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Travel + Leisure "Established in 1827, this natural history and environmental sciences museum is a favorite for family outings." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"A very thorough exploration of Australian wildlife and its biodiversity." Full review
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Well-suited for children.
Fodor's "A well-respected academic institution... collection of plants, animals, geological specimens, and cultural artifacts from the Asia-Pacific region." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Its inestimable Aboriginal art collection is its major drawing card." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Animals, minerals and plants, as well as climate change and Aboriginal culture, are the focus of the Australian Museum of natural sciences." Full review
Time Out "Houses the nation's most important animal, mineral, fossil and anthropological collections, and prides itself on its innovative research into Australia's environment and indigenous cultures. " Full review
Afar Magazine "Australia's first museum was opened in 1827 in Sydney with the goal of showcasing unique specimens relating to the country's fascinating natural history." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Established in 1827, this natural history and environmental sciences museum is a favorite for family outings." Full review
The Telegraph "<span class="m_first-letter">T</span>he Australian Museum – the oldest in the country – has been at the helm of Australian history, research and education for almost 200 years, with exhibitions about Indigenous Australia, Australian archaeology, Pacific cultures and world culture" Full review
Frommer's "Displays are presented thematically, one of the best being the Aboriginal section with its traditional clothing, weapons, and everyday implements. There are plenty of stuffed Australian mammals" Full review
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500 Harris St Ultimo, Haymarket, Sydney, New South Wales 1238
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Fodor's "Learning the principles of science is a painless process with this museum's stimulating, interactive displays ideal for all ages." Full review
Lonely Planet "A short walk from Darling Harbour, Sydney’s most kid-focused museum whirs away inside the former power station for Sydney’s defunct tram network." Full review
Time Out "385,000 objects, 22 permanent and five temporary display spaces, and more than 250 interactive exhibits. It covers science, technology, creativity, decorative arts and Australian popular culture." Full review
Time Out "Part of the Sydney Science Festival, this intriguing exhibition explores humanity’s core motivations and influences, and asks what we might become in the future." Full review
Frommer's "Inside, you’ll find displays, sound effects, and gadgets relating to the sciences, transportation, human achievement, decorative art, and social history" Full review
